Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'exclusive'

English Word: exclusive

Key Russian Translations:

• исключительный [ɪsklʲʊˈtʃɪtʲɪvnɨj] - [Formal, used in contexts requiring emphasis on uniqueness or restriction]
• эксклюзивный [ɛksklʲʊˈzʲivnɨj] - [Informal, often in modern or business contexts, influenced by English loanwords]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in written and spoken Russian, especially in media, business, and everyday discussions)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of adjective declensions and contextual nuances; for 'исключительный', B2; for 'эксклюзивный', A2 due to its loanword nature)

Pronunciation (Russian):

исключительный: [ɪsklʲʊˈtʃɪtʲɪvnɨj]

эксклюзивный: [ɛksklʲʊˈzʲivnɨj]

Note on исключительный: The stress falls on the fourth syllable ('тʃɪ'), which can be tricky for learners due to the palatalized consonants; variations may occur in fast speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Not admitting of something else; unique or sole

Translation(s) & Context:

• исключительный - Used in formal contexts to describe something that is one-of-a-kind or unparalleled, such as in academic or legal settings.
• эксклюзивный - Informal context, often in marketing or casual conversations to imply exclusivity in products or events.

Usage Examples:

• Этот отель предлагает исключительный сервис для своих гостей.

  This hotel offers exclusive service to its guests.

• Эксклюзивный контракт был подписан между двумя компаниями.

  An exclusive contract was signed between the two companies.

• В музее есть исключительная коллекция древних артефактов.

  The museum has an exclusive collection of ancient artifacts.

• Эксклюзивный доступ к контенту доступен только для премиум-пользователей.

  Exclusive access to content is available only for premium users.

Meaning 2: Restricted or limited to a particular group

Translation(s) & Context:

• исключительный - Formal, in contexts like social or professional exclusions, emphasizing limitations.
• эксклюзивный - Informal, often in consumer or entertainment contexts, like VIP events.

Usage Examples:

• Клуб имеет исключительный членский состав, состоящий только из приглашенных.

  The club has an exclusive membership consisting only of invited individuals.

• Эксклюзивный вечеринка была организована для знаменитостей.

  An exclusive party was organized for celebrities.

• Эта информация является исключительной и не подлежит разглашению.

  This information is exclusive and not subject to disclosure.

• Эксклюзивный магазин предлагает товары только для элиты.

  The exclusive store offers products only for the elite.

• В университете есть исключительные курсы для одаренных студентов.

  The university has exclusive courses for gifted students.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

Both 'исключительный' and 'эксклюзивный' are adjectives in Russian, which means they inflect based on gender, number, and case. Russian adjectives follow a standard pattern of declension, but 'эксклюзивный' (a loanword) may sometimes be used in a less inflected form in informal speech.

For 'исключительный' (standard adjective):

For 'эксклюзивный', it follows a similar pattern but is often undeclined in informal use: e.g., эксклюзивный (masc.), эксклюзивная (fem.), etc.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • уникальный (unique; more neutral and common in everyday language)
  • специфический (specific; implies particularity with subtle differences in connotation)
• Antonyms:
  • общий (common; used for something widely accessible)
  • массовый (mass; implies widespread availability)

Related Phrases:

• Эксклюзивное предложение - An exclusive offer (used in sales and marketing to highlight limited deals).
• Исключительные права - Exclusive rights (common in legal or intellectual property contexts).
• Эксклюзивный контент - Exclusive content (refers to premium media or subscriptions).

Usage Notes:

'Исключительный' is a more traditional Russian word and is preferred in formal writing or speech to convey a sense of uniqueness without foreign influence, while 'эксклюзивный' is a borrowed term from English and is often used in modern, urban contexts like business or social media. When translating 'exclusive', choose 'исключительный' for precise, native Russian flavor, especially in literary or official documents. Be mindful of gender and case agreements in sentences, as Russian adjectives must match the nouns they modify. In informal settings, 'эксклюзивный' might sound more contemporary but could come across as less elegant.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using 'исключительный' without proper declension, e.g., saying "в исключительный клуб" instead of "в исключительный клуб" (wait, actually correct here), but commonly: "Я имею исключительный доступ" without adjusting for case. Correct: "Я имею исключительный доступ" is fine, but error might be "Я имею исключительний доступ" (misspelling or wrong ending).

  Explanation: Russian learners often forget adjective endings; always ensure the adjective agrees with the noun's case, e.g., correct is "в исключительном клубе" for prepositional case.

• Error: Confusing 'эксклюзивный' with 'исключительный' in formal contexts, e.g., using 'эксклюзивный' in a legal document where 'исключительный' is more appropriate.

  Explanation: This can make the language sound informal or unprofessional; stick to 'исключительный' for native precision.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, words like 'исключительный' often carry a sense of elitism or Soviet-era exclusivity, reflecting historical contexts where access to certain goods or opportunities was limited. 'Эксклюзивный' has gained popularity post-perestroika, symbolizing Western influences and consumerism, which can evoke mixed feelings about globalization in modern Russian society.

Related Concepts:

• уникальность (uniqueness)
• элита (elite)
• привилегия (privilege)